Happy Holidays my friends! These past few weeks I have thoroughly enjoyed visting several blogs (many more to go still!) and taking a look inside your Christmas homes. It's like flipping thru one of the finest magazines page by page and viewing all the breathtaking Christmas decorations and stunning details. I just cant stop "Ooohing and Aaahing"! What I LOVE more than anything is seeing what YOUR cherished Christmas collections are and what you hold most dear and personal. I think we all have a favorite Christmas ornament we love most, or perhaps your stocking you've had since you were a child.
I want to invite you inside my Christmas Home and give you a little tour and share with you all my Christmas lovelies and the little sentimental things past down that I cherish most.
Step thru the front door. Come inside!!!
Please have a cookie and some peppermint tea.
When you first step foot inside my home you will see my staircase bannister is decorated with fresh garland and glittery white poinsettias.
On the staircase wall I have a gorgeous Currier and Ives picture hanging up that was given to me by my parents two years ago.
Immediately to the left is my living room. It's not a real large room but very pretty and cozy. The living room is Victorian inspired in it's decor. It's decorated in colors of cream, pink, gold, and burgundy.
An old brass birdcage that I decorated and placed a candle inside. It looks so beautiful at night when lit.
I did the same with a larger birdcage.
A few close-up details of the tree ornaments.
When you mosey on down the hall towards the kitchen you'll see a little hall table with a darling little vignette.
Normally I wouldn't share this room, but it is decorated pretty and festive, so I think I'll give you a peek of my powder room. It's black and white, with pops of red!
Next place on my tour is the kitchen. This room is full of nostalgic childhood happiness. I remember loving the big colored light bulbs on the tree when growing up. I wanted the kitchen to be happy and full of color. It is full of vintage santa's, figurines, elves, glowing gingerbread houses, and lots of tinsel!
Mr. Elf on a Shelf. My kids love him!!!!
I ADORE this little embroidery!
My Santa collection.
I love this big Santa face. He hangs high above my kitchen sink.
This is a real fun vignette. I decorated the top of my cupboard in a whimsical kitsch look.
This precious feather angel was a gift given to me by my sweet friend Amy.
These are a few ornaments hanging on my tree that make me smile and fill me with happiness.
These super cute little boxed ornament assemblages were made by the talented Suze of Georgia Peachez. So whimsy and cute!!!
This wooden fox is a vintage hand puppet that my grandfather use to have as a little boy. When I was a little girl my grandparents would decorate their Christmas tree and my Grandpa would hide the fox in the tree for me to try and find. It became a fun game for me to find the fox. I have many fun memories of searching for him year after year.
This fabulous little risque ornament was lovingly made by my friend Christine.
The last room of the house that I really go ALL out and decorate and love more than any other room is my dining room. Which at Christmas time I call the Sugar Plum dining room.
These stunning large mercury ball picks are dated from the 40's/50's and were a huge surprise gift from an amazing and supportive kind friend Jocelyn O'Gorman.
You can never have enough sparkle and shine at Christmas time!
Recognize this fella? Here he is again...cute pink Santa!
I took a Charlotte Lyons class at Silver Bella and made this little house ornament. The house wasn't quite complete until I scrambled thru my supply tote bag and found Heather's business card with this beautiful ballerina's image. It truly fits the "Sugar Plum" theme.
This pretty pink tree I call the "Roses & Tiara's" tree. I've adorned it with white roses, seam bind bows, and little blingy tiara. (HINT....they are actually napkin rings that I bought at Hobby Lobby in the wedding section, and thought they would look super cute on the tree!)
A cute little blue flocked reindeer that I made now has a new home at Bunny Rose Cottage.
This is another decorative spot in my dining room.
One of my favorite new Christmas displays is this sugary Nativity scene that was created by my dear friend Analise.
I couldn't resist purchasing this adorable Christmas collage from the equally adorable Amy!
Every year I display this delicate vintage tulle tree in the middle of my dining table. This is one of my favorite Christmas decorations.
Lastly, the main thing that showcases my dining room so beautifully is my tree. It's adorned top to bottom full of sparkling & glittery ornaments.
I made these darling little Christmas ornaments in Pam Garrisons "Lineage of Love" class. I actually didn't finish my project in class. :( The class was not about making ornaments, but more of a banner. So, I turned these cuties into an ornament banner for the tree.
Little girls popping out of the Christmas present.
"Oooh Christmas tree....Oooh Christmas tree.."
Thank you so much for stopping by to tour my Christmas home. I hope you enjoyed it!
This will be my last post until after Christmas. Im looking forward to spending time with my children, family, and friends. I can only imagine the amount of Christmas wrapping paper that will be covered all over my floors, and the sounds of giggling, and toys blarring thru the house! Pure JOY!
From my family to your family I want to wish you all a Very Merry Christmas!!!
Christmas Love & Blessings!
Oh Jenn, the whole house is lovely! Thank you so much for the tour! ♥
Kitchy in the kitchen works perfectly but oh my, everytime I see your sugar plum dinning room, I fall in love all over again!
~ Swoon ~
Posted by: Holly- Girls At Heart | December 21, 2009 at 06:10 AM
The House is so well arranged and decorated it is such and excellent and finest decoration with much sweetness of Christmas.The tree is glittering and lightning.Santa clause is so lovely and beautiful.
Posted by: wrapping supplies | December 21, 2009 at 06:15 AM
Jenn, you put as much care and thought into your blog as you do with all of your beautiful decorating and collecting. Thank you for sharing your home with us again and again. It is truly the most beautiful home (especially at Christmas!!)I've ever been in. Merry Christmas to you and your family! Jennifer.
Posted by: Jennifer Grenko | December 21, 2009 at 06:33 AM
This is so unbelievably beauitful!
It looks like the home of the Sugar Plum Fairy!
So pretty and festive.
I can't wait to move out of my little closet of an apartment so i can do some lovely decoration like this. So inspiring <3
Posted by: Princess Crystal | December 21, 2009 at 06:59 AM
wowwweeeee! so beautifully decorated! love your house.. always have beautiful pretties to drool at! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Posted by: fitty | December 21, 2009 at 07:33 AM
Your home is sooooo beautiful... it makes me happy to look at all the gorgeous decorations!
Posted by: kim Ananian | December 21, 2009 at 07:51 AM
Jenn your home is so absolutly BEAUTIFUL!!!! I think it is just amazing how you fill every little nook and cranny with something festive... all of the trees and garlands and decorations are so magical!! Wishing you and your family a wonderful Christmas!!
love, Heather
Posted by: Heather~Pretty Petals | December 21, 2009 at 08:01 AM
hey sweetie,
everything looks amazing! I love all the decorations... it's nice to see that you used so many colors through out the house. I am always debating on what to do & what to use. Have a Merry Christmas! hugs, Joanna
Posted by: Joanna {sweet finds} | December 21, 2009 at 08:31 AM
Hello sweetie Jenn!
WooooooWauuuuuu....Gosh it's truly a Fairy Tale dream house!!! I am really breathtaking of your stunnig Christmas decorations:) Can i move in tomorrow haha, I will love to stay in instead of any expensive hotel! You really did a great job on every corner and rooms in your entire house! Vivi little red santa dress so pretty*teehee* & what a charm kids! Loving blessing to you too and Very Merry Christmas to you sweetie:)
xoxo
♥zoe♥
Posted by: ♥zoe♥ | December 21, 2009 at 09:29 AM
Jenn, love how each of your rooms are so very different from each other! I bet the kids love all the magical ornaments and the collection of Santas in the kitchen! Those huge mercury glass grapes are stunning! Never seen ones so big! Beautiful... everything is! Merry Christmas! What a beautiful picture of the kids too!
Posted by: gabrielle messina | December 21, 2009 at 10:33 AM
Oh Jenn! I have been waiting for this post :) I had to go get a big cup of coffee with hazelnut cream and sit here and just oohhh and ahhhh! Your home is so amazing. You put so much heart and detail into everything!! I love how everywhere you turn is a happy surprise! Your children are going to have such beautiful memories of Christmas with you and all you put into it to make it so special! It just warms my heart! I LOVE how every room has a different theme! Your kitchen is soooo cute! And your living room is stunning, just to die for! And your dining room...just leaves me speechless! I love the ornaments you created! THANK YOU so much for showing the collage you purchased from me. What an honor to have it in your home! I love my reindeer so much and will be putting it on my blog today :) I ordered a nativity from Analise too! I cant wait to get it :) Jenn, you are so inspiring and such a wonderful friend. Thank you for opening your beautiful home to all of us. Your children look just beautiful in the pictures. So loving and sweet. I love Vivi's little outfit! She is getting prettier by the minute, such a little doll! And Grant looks just like YOU!!! Too cute for words! I could just kiss his little cheeks :) Love those dimples! I hope you all have a beautiful Christmas!! Have fun this week! I have about 100 gifts to wrap still. YIKES, lol!
Love you lots sweet friend,
Amy
PS, the angel looks so perfect in your kitschy kitchen vignette!! I love it! :)
Posted by: Bunny Rose Cottage | December 21, 2009 at 10:54 AM
As always your home is absolutely beautiful! Your family is beautiful as well, I know you are very proud. I wish you all the most wonderful Christmas ever! Can't wait to see you tomorrow and have a little "girl" time.
love,
angela
Posted by: angela | December 21, 2009 at 11:07 AM
Hi Jenn,
What a beautiful tour, it's all so amazing!
xo, suzy
Posted by: georgiapeachez | December 21, 2009 at 11:17 AM
hey sissy,
amazing!!
you know i adore every little detail.
the kids look fantastic!!
love all your new goodies this year.
love ya doll
oxoxox,
Jessi
Posted by: jessi nagy | December 21, 2009 at 11:18 AM
Hi!
Just popping in to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas! I loved taking a Christmas tour through your beautiful home.
It was fun seeing the mosaic buffet I created in your dining room, all decorated for Christmas!
Hugs,
Penny
Posted by: Penny @ The Comforts of Home & Lavender Hill Studio Blogs | December 21, 2009 at 11:39 AM
Well, that is just a lovely bit of eye candy. You did a beautiful job decorating your home! I love what you did with your banner from Pam Garrison's class and couldn't wait to see where you put the sugared creche.
Your children are just adorable, as well!
Thank you for sharing your gorgeous work!
Posted by: Suz Reaney | December 21, 2009 at 12:10 PM
Well, that is just a lovely bit of eye candy. You did a beautiful job decorating your home! I love what you did with your banner from Pam Garrison's class and couldn't wait to see where you put the sugared creche.
Your children are just adorable, as well!
Thank you for sharing your gorgeous work!
Posted by: Suz Reaney | December 21, 2009 at 12:12 PM
Your holiday home is breathtaking!! Just spectacular, Jenn!
Merry Christmas!!
Posted by: Maija Lepore | December 21, 2009 at 02:04 PM
Jennifer everything is so beautiful!!!I thought your kitchen was my favorite (Although the living room was wonderful) & then I saw the dinning room... WOW! That pink tulle tree is amazing. I want one!!!!
I had a Christmas Tea at my house yesterday & your add in Romantic Home was passed around & everyone thought it amazing. Tiffany Marshall was here & we started talking about it & I went & got it. Joanna Lewis was also here & she said you guys had so much fun at Silver Bellas. Lisa & I are thinking about signing up for your event. Come visit & see what fun we had at the Tea. So glad you joined us in a fun way through the magazine. Hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your family. See you in the New Year! Charlene
Posted by: Charlene | December 21, 2009 at 02:59 PM
Wow !!!! Wow !!!
Merry Christmas Jenn ! Hope it is the Best ever for your family :)
Posted by: Miss Rhea | December 21, 2009 at 03:53 PM
LOVE your home! It is very beautiful! Love love love all christmas decorations! Now I know I have to go out and buy some more for my house.
Posted by: Zizzi | December 21, 2009 at 04:21 PM
Hi Jenn,
What glitter and sugar plum fairy magic! I love it all! I'm been waiting and hoping that you would do a Christmas home tour. I have one of your Santas! The one on the left in your photo of Santas is just like the one passed down from my Mom (I have mine in my Santa Mantel Photo in my blog). And I have never seen a light blue reindeer - that was lovely! And the blue/white candy canes in the beautiful blue vase - unbelievable. You know I love your bunny wall paper in your kitchen! Finally the Santa table cloth - that's so neat! The trees...all those beautiful ornaments..your home is truly a dream come true. And, of course, your children are adorable! Merry Christmas from our home to your home!
Teacup Lane (Sandy)
Posted by: Teacup Lane (Sandy) | December 21, 2009 at 04:42 PM
Jenn ~ I always look forward to your holiday post. Your home is beautiful. Your children are sweet as peaches.
Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Posted by: Lisa McDonald | December 21, 2009 at 04:45 PM
Wow!!!Have a Merry Christmas and a Wonderful New Year full of amazing adventures!!! I knew those glass picks were going to the right home!!!
Thank you for the sweet heartfelt note~
Jocelyn
Posted by: the painted fern | December 21, 2009 at 05:28 PM
Your whole house is absolutely gorgeous, but the Sugar Plum dining room takes my breath away! Your children are adorable. Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: kim | December 21, 2009 at 05:31 PM